78th District Court sentencings, posted Nov. 10, 2021.

November 10, 2021

78th District Court sentencings, posted Nov. 10, 2021. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were sentenced recently in 78th District Court: Jacob Thomas Springer, 21, of 1024 E. Riley Thompson Rd., Muskegon, was found guilty Nov. 8 of disorderly person — jostling and was sentenced to 90 days suspended jail with credit for one day served; $1,420 in…

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Fall storm expected to bring wind, rain, snow. 

November 10, 2021

Fall storm expected to bring wind, rain, snow.  A fall storm system will take shape off to the west of Lower Michigan Wednesday night, Nov. 10, and Thursday, Nov. 11, according to the US National Weather Service in Grand Rapids.  “Winds will ramp up tonight and peak on Thursday with gusts around 40 mph expected,” according to the NWS. “A…

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Pentwater to host summer Sculpture Walk.

November 10, 2021

Pentwater to host summer Sculpture Walk. PENTWATER — Sculptures will enhance the landscape along Hancock Street next summer in an effort to increase arts appreciation and business development. The Pentwater Arts Council and the Pentwater Downtown Development Authority recently announced their sponsorship of the project. The goal is “to enhance citizen appreciation of the arts and provide incentive for business…

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Health department seeks winter coat donations.

November 10, 2021

Health department seeks winter coat donations. HART – District Health Department #10 is hosting its annual winter coat drive to help keep Oceana County residents warm. This year, in collaboration with GHSP, Gray and Company, Hansen Foods, the Oceana County Council on Aging, Peterson Farms Inc., Shelby State Bank, and the United Way of the Lakeshore, donations of new or…

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Obituary William ‘Bill’ Merten, 65, of Hart. 

November 10, 2021

Obituary William ‘Bill’ Merten, 65, of Hart.  William “Bill” Joseph Merten, 65, of Hart, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, November 7, 2021, at home. He was born July 11, 1956, in Hart, the son of Joseph and Mary (Kokx) Merten. Bill is survived by: his wife, Kimberlee; two daughters; two sons; two sisters; four brothers; and 11 very loved grandkids. Bill…

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Obituary: Bruce Henrie, 60, of Mears. 

November 10, 2021

Obituary: Bruce Henrie, 60, of Mears.  Bruce Edward Hendrie, 60, of Mears, died Sunday, November 7, 2021, after a long struggle with cancer.  He was born November 29, 1960, in Detroit, the son of Robert and Bertha (Williams) Hendrie. Bruce worked for many years as a drywaller and painter.  In his spare time he loved building with rocks. Bruce is…

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Hesperia police chief resigns.

November 9, 2021

Hesperia police chief resigns. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HESPERIA – Hesperia Police Chief Louis Herremans submitted his letter of resignation to the Hesperia Village Council during its regular meeting Monday night, Nov. 8. Herremans, who was hired by the village in April of 2019, said he resigned because he is starting a new job. “I just took another position and…

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Health department offers flu clinics.

November 9, 2021

Health department offers flu clinics. HART — District Health Department #10 is helping communities prepare for the upcoming flu season by offering flu vaccines to children, adults, and seniors. The first clinic is Tuesday, Nov. 9, at Walkerville Wesleyan Church. “Flu season is unpredictable, and with COVID-19 still spreading, it is more important than ever to protect you and your…

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ESD, health department encourage vaccines.

November 9, 2021

ESD, health department encourage vaccines. Superintendents from West Shore Educational Service District (ESD) and District Health Department #10 gathered last week to hold an event titled, “West Shore ESD and District Health Department #10 Promote COVID-19 Vaccination” to stand together in support of the COVID-19 vaccine.   The idea for this event was generated by Walkerville Public School Superintendent Tom Langdon,…

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COVID vaccines for children ages 5-11 available at health department.

November 9, 2021

COVID vaccines for children ages 5-11 available at health department. HART – District Health Department #10 officials are encouraging everyone eligible to get vaccinated against COVID-19. The Pfizer vaccine is now authorized for children 5-11 years old, and it’s free. DHD#10 began offering the vaccine for children Monday, Nov. 8, at vaccine clinics and by appointment. “Please remember that the…

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78th District Court sentencings, posted Nov. 8, 2021.

November 8, 2021

78th District Court sentencings, posted Nov. 8, 2021. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were sentenced recently in 78th District Court: Jason Alan Ennis, 35, of 5430 E. Arthur Rd., Hesperia, was found guilty Nov. 4 of driving while license suspended (DWLS) and was sentenced to three days in jail with credit for three days served and $620…

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Boater sentenced to suspended jail term for hitting woman on Wave Runner.

November 8, 2021

Boater sentenced to suspended jail term for hitting woman on Wave Runner. HART — A 71-year-old Grand Haven man was sentenced in 78th District Court Nov. 1 to a 90-day suspended jail term in connection to a boating accident that injured a 53-year-old Hart woman riding a Wave Runner on Crystal Lake last August. Mark Adalor Twa, of 902 Slayton…

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Misdemeanor arraignments, posted Nov. 8, 2021.

November 8, 2021

Misdemeanor arraignments, posted Nov. 8, 2021. HART — The following were arraigned on misdemeanor charges recently in 78th District Court: Trevor Keith Johnson, 33, of 2857 E. White Lake Dr., Twin Lake; driving while license suspended (DWLS). Pretrial: Dec. 9 at 11:45 a.m. Bail: $1,000/personal recognizance (PR). Cesiath Izayareth Jimenez-Santiago, 32, of 3201 Peck St., Muskegon Heights; Oceana County Sheriff’s…

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Obituary: Robert Carr, Sr., 88, of Hart. 

November 8, 2021

Obituary: Robert Carr, Sr., 88, of Hart.  Robert “Bob” Carr, Sr., of Hart, passed away peacefully at home with his family on November 6, 2021. He was born December 1, 1932 to Alfred and Grace Carr. Bob married Clione (Guerne) on August 10, 1957. He retired from the S.D. Warren paper mill in Muskegon after 36 years in November of…

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Obituary: Marie Gale, 95, Hart. 

November 8, 2021

Obituary: Marie Gale, 95, Hart.  Marie Gale, of Hart, passed away on her 95th birthday, November 4, 2021. She was born in Chicago, Illinois, and grew up in Hart on the family farm.  She met Erwin and they married in 1947. They were married for 59 years, during which time they raised five children, and grew a two gas-pump store…

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78th District Court arraignments, posted Nov. 5, 2021.

November 5, 2021

78th District Court arraignments, posted Nov. 5, 2021. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were arraigned recently in 78th District Court: Felonies – Tanner Scott Goins, 22, of 4548 Comstock Ave., Hesperia, was arrested by the Michigan State Police (MSP) for a felony of third-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC). Probable cause hearing: Nov. 8 at 3 p.m. Bail:…

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HPD news, Nov. 5, 2021.

November 5, 2021

HPD news, Nov. 5, 2021.​ HART — The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department: Thursday, Oct. 28, 2021: 3:47 a.m., a 28-year-old Muskegon Heights man was arrested for assault and battery, 600 block of Water Street, City of Hart. He was lodged in the Oceana County Jail. 5:22 p.m., wellbeing check, 600 block of State Street, City of…

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Obituary: Gerald Leutzinger, 82, of Shelby. 

November 5, 2021

Obituary: Gerald Leutzinger, 82, of Shelby.  Gerald “Jerry” Edward Leutzinger, 82, of Shelby, passed away Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at home surrounded by family. He was born January 9, 1939, in New Era, the son of Edward and Lena (Grinwis) Leutzinger. Jerry was an avid lifelong farmer, hunter, and enjoyed celebrating life with his family and friends.  Jerry is survived…

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78th District Court sentencings, Nov. 4, 2021.

November 4, 2021

78th District Court sentencings, Nov. 4, 2021. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The following were sentenced recently in 78th District Court: Ronald Bielski, 74, of 735 Mariwood Ave., Muskegon, was found guilty Nov. 1 of operating while intoxicated and was sentenced to 93 days suspended jail with credit for one day served and $1,205 in fines and costs. Conviction…

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Weare Township approves marijuana dispensaries.

November 3, 2021

Weare Township approves marijuana dispensaries. WEARE TOWNSHIP — Voters approved an ordinance that will allow recreational marijuana facilities in Weare Township with a 219-172 vote Tuesday, Nov. 2. The ordinance will repeal a previously-enacted ordinance that prohibited recreational marijuana sales in the township. Weare Township voters also approved a 2.0 mill renewal for road improvements and maintenance during Tuesday’s election…

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County commissioner districts to be reduced from 7 to 5.

November 3, 2021

County commissioner districts to be reduced from 7 to 5. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — The Oceana County Reapportionment Committee recently determined that the current format of seven county districts needs to be reduced to five. “In attempting to resolve the issue of reapportionment, the statutory committee comprised of the Oceana County Clerk Amy Anderson, Oceana County Treasurer Mary…

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